Parkside borough, Pennsylvania
Parkside borough profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Parkside borough is a geographic entity located in Delaware County, Pennsylvania. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 2,320. The land area covers 0.21 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 2,320 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 38.4 yrs | ±4.6 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 824 | ±142 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 878 | ±129 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 824 | ±142 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 54 | ±49 |
| Median Home Value | $212,600 | ±$14,714 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,158 | ±$84 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $93,929 | ±$11,431 |
| Per Capita Income | $43,294 | ±$7,373 |
| Poverty Rate | 7.7% | ±6.9% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 177 | ±163 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.7% | ±1.9% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 1,397 | ±275 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 98.3% | ±3.2% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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BOROUGH OF PARKSIDE
GUS Population: 2,335 (2024)
ID: 173937
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Municipal | Official Local Government |
Contact: MAYOR
22 E ELBON RD, BROOKHAVEN PA 19015-3318
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GUS Population: 584,882 (2024)
ID: 133451
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIRMAN
201 W FRONT ST, FRNT, MEDIA PA 19063-2797
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Parkside | KG-05 | Parkside, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | West Chester, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Philadelphia, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Philadelphia, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-12 | Philadelphia, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Sharon Hill, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Philadelphia, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | Exton, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | Philadelphia, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Philadelphia, PA |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Widener University
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College | 1.3 mi away | One University Place, Chester, PA, 19013-5792 |
6104994000
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J LEWIS CROZER LIBRARY
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Library | 2.1 mi away | 620 ENGLE ST, CHESTER, PA, 19013 |
(610) 494-3454
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Venus Beauty Academy
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College Vocational | 2.5 mi away | 600 Turner Industrial Way, Aston, PA, 19014 |
6104941000
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ASTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 2.3 mi away | 3270 CONCORD ROAD, ASTON, PA, 19014 |
(610) 494-5877
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Pennsylvania Institute of Technology
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College | 2.9 mi away | 800 Manchester Ave, Media, PA, 19063-4098 |
8004220025
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MIDDLETOWN FREE LIBRARY
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Library | 2.4 mi away | 464 S OLD MIDDLETOWN RD SUITE 3, LIMA, PA, 19037 |
(610) 566-7828
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Swarthmore College
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College | 2.9 mi away | 500 College Ave, Swarthmore, PA, 19081 |
6103288000
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HELEN KATE FURNESS FREE LIBRARY
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Library | 2.6 mi away | 100 NORTH PROVIDENCE RD, WALLINGFORD, PA, 19086 |
(610) 566-9331
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Neumann University
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College | 3.3 mi away | One Neumann Drive, Aston, PA, 19014-1298 |
6104590905
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RIDLEY TOWNSHIP PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 2.8 mi away | 100 E MACDADE BLVD, FOLSOM, PA, 19033 |
(610) 583-0593
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at MARCUS HOOK, PA US, located 3.9 miles from Parkside borough. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 42.9° | 26.8° | 34.8° | 3.15" | — |
| February | 45.9° | 27.8° | 36.9° | 2.22" | — |
| March | 53.4° | 34.5° | 43.9° | 3.93" | — |
| April | 65.6° | 45.1° | 55.4° | 3.48" | — |
| May | 74.9° | 55.1° | 65.0° | 3.16" | — |
| June | 83.7° | 64.6° | 74.1° | 3.31" | — |
| July | 88.8° | 70.1° | 79.5° | 4.81" | — |
| August | 86.8° | 68.7° | 77.7° | 3.68" | — |
| September | 80.0° | 61.3° | 70.7° | 4.36" | — |
| October | 68.4° | 49.6° | 59.0° | 3.69" | — |
| November | 57.3° | 40.0° | 48.7° | 2.61" | — |
| December | 47.5° | 32.3° | 39.9° | 3.25" | — |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parkside borough | Borough | 0.0 mi | — |
| Brookhaven borough | Borough | 0.7 mi | — |
| Upland borough | Borough | 0.8 mi | — |
| Chester city | City | 1.5 mi | — |
| Rose Valley borough | Borough | 1.9 mi | — |
| Woodlyn CDP | CDP | 1.9 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 4204558176. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.